Kratos Defense and GE Aerospace Successfully Test Cruise Missile Engine
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions (KTOS) and GE Aerospace announced the successful completion of an ignition test for their jointly developed GEK800 turbofan engine. The test marks a key milestone in their propulsion program targeting cruise missiles and unmanned military systems. The collaboration aims to advance next-generation propulsion technology, leveraging Kratos' expertise in defense solutions and GE's experience in aerospace engineering. This development could enhance the performance of future missile platforms by offering more efficient and powerful engines. Both companies emphasized that this test is a critical step toward full-scale production and integration into military systems.
Topics: aerospace defense military technology